Whats wrong with your car today?.....

[Mac-MerC]

Ctrlraven started the thread "what did u do to your car today?"... good thread

as i just did my weekly walk around my car (looking for new dents and paint chips and other issues)
i decided to make this thread, just to see what issues ppl have going on with there car right now, no matter it be cosmetic or mechanical

so i guess i will start....

1. spoiler needs to b painted
2. 3 rims have curb rash (was like that when i bought it)
3. front drivers side rotor has a nice groove in it, car gives a nice "shimmy" while braking.
4. AC blows out of the floor vents when i have it on defrost
5. brake lights come on periodicaly
6. and the car needs to b waxed and buffed badly

good news, no new dents or scratches
thats about it

Whats wrong with your car today?......

[ntd]

:lol:


I'll play
1) seepage from tail shaft seal-needs a new seal and bushing
2) car drives ok but needs a re-tune by a more competent tuner
3) drivers heated seat is inoperative-need the lower seat grid
4) both heated seat switches flash-needs new switches
3) could use some fresh paint, rock chips and scratches are starting to add up and the rear bumper has a small spider web cracks.

other than that car is great:burnout:

[ImpalaSlayer]

hmm where do i start:

pass side headed seat switch flashes, drivers is out
half the window buttons dont light up
drivers seat makes a click
something is loose on the exhaust and rattles
windows are slow as balls
belt squeaks
steering wheels has a very annoying click that happens when just starting to move the wheel either way.
i seem to be getting DVI (direct vent injection) so the ac smells like death
mpgs are at like 16 overall average driving like grandma
drivers door creaks, no visible wear int he hinges, no play either.
im sure there is more.

[RoyLPita]

My list:
1 car needs to be stripped of all paint and bondo and redone
2 tint has to be redone
3 front tires are close to replacement
4 all five wheels have some damage to them (the spare is the worst)
5 may have trans issues that could cost a bundle of $$$$ to fix

[B.C. Bake]

Believe it or not fixed everything, nothing wrong. :popcorn:

[DOOM]

Mine is starving! (for a hemi) :D :food:

[jstevens]

Mine is starving! (for a hemi) :D :food:

I like that. Wish I could line up with a AMG or something similar.

[RF Overlord]

Depends on your definition of "wrong".

Phoebe has some chips on the hood from all the highway driving that Bunny does. 2 of the wheel centre caps are loose. There's a small burn on the console because the previous-previous owner smoked. Since they don't affect the operation or enjoyment of the car, I don't consider them to be issues.

Here's my list of things I consider wrong (and are being addressed):

Driver's window switch is intermittent.
Driver's heated seat inop.

[LIGHTNIN1]

It is holding up better than some. Last thing fixed was those pesky window switches.
What it needs is a good wax and buff job, hopefully soon.:)

[LANDY]

Sorry double post

[LANDY]

Missing s/c
Small oil leak on the trans gear linkage
Front Bumper needs repaint
Small oil leak on rearend
Front upper c/a balljoints are shot
Adjustable pedals won't move
Good news is everything will be taking care of but the bumper by sshs10

[ShadyLurker]

Engine only has 2 valves/cylinder.

EATC needs 0 rings

And then we have this,

http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n44/nprkrs/DSC00081.jpg

http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n44/nprkrs/DSC00079.jpg

[ImpalaSlayer]

nice clone ---^ but clones are fail!

[kariamack]

is that a oem bumper or a aftermarket one

[ShadyLurker]

is that a oem bumper or a aftermarket one OEM. I'm having to argue with Progressive about fixing it with with OEM parts again. Thats why a month after the collision it still looks this way.

[guspech750]

Nothing is wrong with mine......Yet. It is dirty though.

[breeze]

lets see...

needs to be washed
front shocks need to be replaced
rear are gonna ger replaced
front upper control arm needs replaced
right sway bar link is gonna get replaced
need to get rest of glue of backwindow from tint remove
window switch panel is getting replaced
alarm needs to be re-done
nails in 2 tires and needs alignment
prolly more, just off my head...

[ShadyLurker]

need to get rest of glue of backwindow from tint remove
Cover your seats well and use simple green.

[breeze]

Cover your seats well and use simple green.

i just use soapy water and a razor. not that much up because it mostly stuck to the tint when i pulled it off. ima expert at this stuff as many times i had to take this crap off. thanx to press ass PG COUNTY'S FINNEST! :beer:

[CBT]

Nothing wrong, but want new headlights, these are too hazy.

[gdsqdcr]

Wrong?

Missing S/C
Missing 6spd manual

Other than that, it could a full tank of gas before I start the work commute tomorrow

[Blk Mamba]

I'll forgo the wash, & wax for paint.
A drivers door switch panel.
Front tires.
Wheels redone. (curb rash)
Rear end gear oil.
Would like a new exhaust system.
(don't have an Eaton swap in the basement)

[69428SCJ]

Well, where do I start?

Headlights and markers are EXTREMELY hazy
all wheels have either scratches or curb rash
Engine has (hopefully just a lifter) tick
Converter is starting to slip, trans needs new fluid
Suspension creaks
Rear brakes squeal like a pig when they're cold
Divers window switch panel pops up everytime I close the door since I replaced my switches
Drivers window comes off the track when rolling up
EATC only blows out of defrost and only has one speed
Oil Pressure gauge light is out
Need a new rear tire
Car needs total repaint
A gracious neighbor put a dent with their door on my passenger fender
Radio reception is not very good

That's all I can think of off the top of my head...

[boatmangc]

Needs idler pulley
needs HIDs
Found Bird poop damage on RF fender

[burt ragio]

Heated seats switch flash dr & pass need to be replaced.
Have to get a parking lot ding repaired. Not so good for my mental health I get angry every time I see it.
Need two front tires.
Need to install complete eaton swap sitting in basement.

[DOOM]

Cover your seats well and use simple green.

That's what she said!

[a_d_a_m]

Other than the basic "it's not mint because it has 100k" cosmetic issues (and it really looks quite good for 100k if ya ask me), the only problem I've really got is that the front end makes a slight creaking noise when I pull off from a light. Almost like the shocks are worn or something. I haven't looked at it yet.

[guspech750]

Nothing wrong, but want new headlights, these are too hazy.
Yeah!! Yours are disgusting and emabarrassing. Chop chop on that!!

[2,4shofast]

A ton of things:

One window switch on the master panel doesnt light up
Driver side rear window regulator AND switch is inop
Small leak from the base of my electric water pump
Exhaust leak from EGR tube to manifold (drives me insane!)
Still running exhaust dumps not a over the axle setup:(
Need to put one more layer of carpet on the interior trunk lid
Need to install aftermarket oil sender so I can actually see pressure
Just installed a new windshield tint strip which was charcoal instead of black and has to be replaced again:mad2:
Need to respray many interior pieces as they have a ton of scratches

I could probably go on and on...Dont get me started on my wish list:burnout:

Oh yea and my HVAC blender doesnt work!

[TFB]

Dayum, guess I'm lucky, only interior problem is a bit of damage to the console and that's not overly noticeable... It is missing the lower trim on the steering column, a trip to U-pull-it will fix that...

There's a slight bit of on center play in the steering... That problem is because the plastic bushing that fits through the firewall has slid down into the engine compartment, causing the shaft to have lateral play, should be a easy fix...

The rear bumper has some paint damage on the lower part, have a buddy that can fix it... There are a couple minor dents in the hood, don't really bother me...

What I mostly want to do is upgrade the brakes, the stock ones suck(at least on this car), my '98 & '07 MGMs both have better brakes...

[tbone]

Well, where do I start?

Divers window switch panel pops up everytime I close the door since I replaced my switches


When I cleaned my switches, I realized the previous owner broke the hold down tabs. I put it back together and it would pop up. Nothing to get good purchase to glue it down. I bunched up and pushed the wires down inside the door just right and the pressure of the wires holds it down nicely. Took me about 60 seconds!

[Spectragod]

Mine needs more $$$ for mod's.....:D

[B.C. Bake]

OEM. I'm having to argue with Progressive about fixing it with with OEM parts again. Thats why a month after the collision it still looks this way.

Oh no, don't argue with FLOW..........:shake:

[69428SCJ]

Thanks the advice tbone, I'll try that tomorrow!

[TAKEDOWN]

It's NOT Supercharged!

[JamesHecker]

AC doesn't work. It is stuck on max heat. Service writer said it will be $800 labor to pull the dash to replace the $60 part that failed. Aarrgh!

Needs sixth set of rear tires in the 87,000 miles I have on it.

Headlights are hazy.

Paint is aweful.

Need new tuning chip since the old one desn't work since the PCM had to be replaced and is a different code.

...think that is it for now.

[Raven34]

I got...

a minor dent on the left front fender
a minor dent above right rear wheelwell
spiderweb cracks in paint on rear bumper
needs buffed bad
gears are not 4.10s

[Bradley G]

fuel pump is on it's way out.

[Motorhead350]

I just don't let these things get to me like they used to. There are a few important things I must do though.

Exhaust leak from passenger side collector gasket
Rubber elbow needs to be replaced
A spark plug or two need to be replaced

:burnout:

[ctrlraven]

Drivers window switch control (passenger front up doesn't work)
Windows are slow to go up
Needs carfixer alignment done
Still have slight pulsing in brakes but all rotors/pads check out
Order another set of DDM 5000K hid bulbs, one of them the high beam function stopped.
Replace front struts in the near future
Hopefully the new trans pan gasket will stop the seeping otherwise I'll need to replace the tail shaft seal.

That's all I can really think of besides body/paint work.

[fastblackmerc]

i just use soapy water and a razor. not that much up because it mostly stuck to the tint when i pulled it off. ima expert at this stuff as many times i had to take this crap off. thanx to press ass PG COUNTY'S FINNEST! :beer:

So you'll be scraping off the defrost grid also?

[YankeeMarauder]

Need to replace rear pinion bearing before the noise at high speeds kills anymore small canines.

Repair the BURN HOLE in the CENTER of the REAR SEAT because the previous owner was a MORON that couldnt find an ashtray (really, if youre gonna smoke, smoke like an adult, okay?)

Replace the passenger side window switch since it only goes up. (Since thats my wifes side Im not in a real big hurry to fix it)

Get a good stock radio to replace the pimpometer currently installed.

Fix the dash to accomodate the stock radio since previous owner confused an install kit with a dull utitlity knife (dick)

Remove the inopertaive "rear entertainment system" that is inoperative and is as large as a drive in theater screen.

Repair hole in headliner from said rear console TV

Finally, wash and wax the car. I should have done it this weekend but somehow the wife thinks the house is more important. (I cant divorce her for one bad error)

[fastblackmerc]

Too many mods................


Too little time...................

[Egon Spengler]

I still owe on it.
The paint and body has gone to s***
AC doesn't work
Rear end clutches are shot
Did I say I still owe on it?

[Blackened300a]

Saw oil on the oil pan rail so Im hoping its not leaking and its just residual from a oil change.
Need a new rear spoiler
Minor scratches in the interior as pointed out at the MV8 car show judges.
Clicking in the front end on turns.
Slight harmonic vibration at idle and low RPM, likely due to my tune being off since I replaced everything that cause possibly be a cause.

Other then that, everything is as good as it can get for a 8yr old car. Even my original 300A paint is great shape.

[Paul T. Casey]

Biggest problem for mine is the nut that holds the steering wheel. I also have finicky window switches, a lot of the dash and gague lights are out, a part time ping at WOT, and it still smells like a smoker drove it for more than 200K miles.

[88LTDCV351]

Usual scratches (most been there before I got the car)
Rear bumper sag (apparently was too late before I got the progaurd)
Previous owner had rear windows tinted (back window bubbling up)
Someone parked next to my spot so I had to squeeze in to my spot at my apartment complex and I got to close to the pole on the right so I scratched up my rear tire wheel well
Noticed recently that my hood paint don't look so good
Scratch on the hood that I think the apartment complex landscapers did
Barely noticeable smear on front bumper from when I got to close to a car parking (the owner was willing to let me go but I insisted on paying for it with my insurance)
Scratched up center moulding around the A/C controls (some was there when I got the car but some was from when I did my o-rings from the EATC)
Marauder rim scratched from when the Midas muffler guy didn't quite get the car on the lift correctly
Sometimes my mirrors don't adjust using the joystick
Sometimes one of my rear windows sticks before I can get it to go down
Replaced the usual bulbs in the gauge pod and the fuse for the cigarette lighters (gauge pod is kind of loose)
Some of the paint is chipping off of the rear bumper
I can see where the lower rear section of the trunk is starting to seperate from the top of the trunk
The rear tail lamp peaks out a bit of the light from inside when I step on the brake (was like that when I bought it). Its not flush enough with the rear deck I guess
Got the BCM fixed
Armrest on driver side door panel seperating from the door panel
Carpet on driver's side door panel is coming off a bit (was that way when I bought the car)
Trim moulding on the right side of the car shows scratches from apparent hit and run in a parking lot
Also, someone scratched my passenger mirror (by parking too close?) at a motel and hit and run (they scratched it enough that the mirror flapped back into the position for the car wash)
Cover for spare doughnut tire seperated from the carboard part
Cracked windshield replaced
Worn hood liner due to K&N CAI kit
I get the puff of white smoke on start up when the car has been sitting

[Mac-MerC]

Usual scratches (most been there before I got the car)
Rear bumper sag (apparently was too late before I got the progaurd)
Previous owner had rear windows tinted (back window bubbling up)
Someone parked next to my spot so I had to squeeze in to my spot at my apartment complex and I got to close to the pole on the right so I scratched up my rear tire wheel well
Noticed recently that my hood paint don't look so good
Scratch on the hood that I think the apartment complex landscapers did
Barely noticeable smear on front bumper from when I got to close to a car parking (the owner was willing to let me go but I insisted on paying for it with my insurance)
Scratched up center moulding around the A/C controls (some was there when I got the car but some was from when I did my o-rings from the EATC)
Marauder rim scratched from when the Midas muffler guy didn't quite get the car on the lift correctly
Sometimes my mirrors don't adjust using the joystick
Sometimes one of my rear windows sticks before I can get it to go down
Replaced the usual bulbs in the gauge pod and the fuse for the cigarette lighters (gauge pod is kind of loose)
Some of the paint is chipping off of the rear bumper
I can see where the lower rear section of the trunk is starting to seperate from the top of the trunk
The rear tail lamp peaks out a bit of the light from inside when I step on the brake (was like that when I bought it). Its not flush enough with the rear deck I guess
Got the BCM fixed
Armrest on driver side door panel seperating from the door panel
Carpet on driver's side door panel is coming off a bit (was that way when I bought the car)
Trim moulding on the right side of the car shows scratches from apparent hit and run in a parking lot
Also, someone scratched my passenger mirror (by parking too close?) at a motel and hit and run (they scratched it enough that the mirror flapped back into the position for the car wash)
Cover for spare doughnut tire seperated from the carboard part
Cracked windshield replaced
Worn hood liner due to K&N CAI kit
I get the puff of white smoke on start up when the car has been sitting

damn....
on both MM's that i have had the center brake light light has shown a lil bit, i thought they came like that.
and my K&N doesnt rub my hood liner... looks as good as when i put it in.

[boatmangc]

That rear brake light is adjustable. I think you can just loosen the screws,push it closer to the window and re-tighten the screws.
I just had mine out and saw the adjusters, put it back on and did just that.

[Mac-MerC]

That rear brake light is adjustable. I think you can just loosen the screws,push it closer to the window and re-tighten the screws.
I just had mine out and saw the adjusters, put it back on and did just that.

appreciate that info
how about u tell me how to fix my damn rear driver side window... it wont go up or down. it wont work from the driver door switches or from its own door switch. just stopped working this afternoon

[Blackened300a]

appreciate that info
how about u tell me how to fix my damn rear driver side window... it wont go up or down. it wont work from the driver door switches or from its own door switch. just stopped working this afternoon

Do what I did when mine stopped working. Just slam the door. If it don't work on the first try, do it again. Mines been working fine ever since.

[Mac-MerC]

Do what I did when mine stopped working. Just slam the door. If it don't work on the first try, do it again. Mines been working fine ever since.

im gonna go try it

UPDATE>>>>>
i slammed the hell outta my door and the **** works again. thank u Blackened, u are my new best friend.
i owe u a pepsi or a bottled water if we ever are to cross paths

[boatmangc]

I forgot to mention the intermittent tach. GRRRR

[Blackened300a]

im gonna go try it

UPDATE>>>>>
i slammed the hell outta my door and the **** works again. thank u Blackened, u are my new best friend.
i owe u a pepsi or a bottled water if we ever are to cross paths

No problem. Its a Ford, they seem to work better when abused.:D

[J D]

Good thread, along with the usual challenge of trying to keep a black car clean, I need

Replace passenger side mirror assembly. (broke the hold down clips one day when taking off the cover, it stays on on over 90 mph, it just falls off if you apply upward pressure)

Fix slighly rusty rock chip above the wind shield (rocksmerc has the same chip and it hasn't degenerated, but I keep and eye on it if it tries to spread)

Fix OEM radio / finish installing 07 mariner radio (FM frequency locker broke on OEM, need to send it out to have as a backup; upgraded to a 06/07 escape mariner radio, but it still sticks out slightly, probably just needs to be pushed down or that plastic piece trimmed)

Replace the belt, maybe the pulleys wheels (discovered where that squeak was coming from, and put old belt back on, it's worn the black coating of the ungroved pulleys and they are starting to rust a bit on the edges)

Find a cure for the spider webbing on the rear bumper (when I first was getting used to how big the car was I got too close to a drain pipe and a obtrusive concrete corner, so both corners of the rear bumper got pushed in and spider-ed when pulled it out)

Find out why the engine overheats in gridlock (I think my coolant maybe low or there may be a bubble still sitting way in the back of the engine where it can't escape)

[BUCKWHEAT]

-fog lites need re-mount & check-over
-Wilwoods need new pistons & seals installed
-need replacement Watts link
-squeaky suspension
-stronger pistons & rods
-replacement driver at the drag strip

[PurdueRifleman]

What's wrong with mine? It's been sitting in the drive way for going on three days without use. Will be making up for it this weekend though :)

Also it still doesn't have 4.10's and a tune

[Hacklemerc]

Bad pulley. Not sure which one, it goes to the shop friday. It sounds like the tensioner pulley but I can't tell.:confused:

[hamcheese]

Im in Bratislava, Slovakia and my car is in California:alone:

[69428SCJ]

Oh, and my (original) battery died overnight. I'm glad it passed away in its sleep and not another way...

[fastblackmerc]

Bad pulley. Not sure which one, it goes to the shop friday. It sounds like the tensioner pulley but I can't tell.:confused:

Replace them both.

[Bradley G]

drivers window switch lazy, still needs paint.
rear tires not fulfilling their duties.

[merkathomas]

Piece of **** door panels, damn paint, bald front tires, bad tint job, dirty Corinthian leather from work

[illwood]

Compressor for rear suspension making a loud groaning noise. I took it out this morning to rebuild it and hopefully get some more miles out of it when all of the screw heads broke off off and one of the ears of the aluminum housing was also cracked.

Going to attempt to patch it up and repair while I get some funding together.

Also, the rear parking brakes are back to not working, so I'll have to pull the rear rotors and get to that soon. . .

[guspech750]

The only thing wrong with mine is that it does not have a supercharger.

[youngrauderlvr]

hmmm...mine needs:
1. new plugs and boots
2. all new tint.
3. a couple fuses replaced.
4. FM radio doesnt work? IDK why
5. 2 spots touched up
6. buff n wax
7. right headlight cleared
8. need a spare wheel/tire

[BurpyTurtle]

I need a new paint job and the front bumper need repair or replaced if I can find a better one.

Everything is currently working - it's just the appearance isn't as nice as it could be.


And I've officially given up the people who approach telling me what a nice crown vic it is but won't listen when I explain that it is a Marauder and what a Marauder is.. Last night a guy asked what department I was from and when they started putting custom wheels on police cars. He insisted that I was with the Border Patrol. :confused:

[Hacklemerc]

Replace them both.

Done, it was the idler pulley and the A/C clutch pulley.

[Hacklemerc]

Forgot to mention, headlights are hazy and need replaced.

[tbone]

Not a damn thing.

[knine]

Ditto. She's sitting in the garage and I'm painting a damn chicken shed. :chicken: :chicken: :chicken: :chicken: :chicken: :chicken: :chicken: :chicken: :chicken: :chicken:

[boatmangc]

Saggy butt rear bumper cover, Squeeling idler puller.
Got parts, no time...

[Mac-MerC]

new issue, when i make the drivers window go up or down the damn door speaker goes out...... and when i release the button it comes back on

this car never fails me, always something

[Bluerauder]

Dirty again. :o

[MOTOWN]

ive got to change my auto meter gauge lights, and grab a set of wiper blades

[69428SCJ]

While swapping my dead battery with the new one, I discovered the clamp bolt was rusted to its nut. So because I couldn't get a good angle on it from below, I took out the whole tray. Let me tell you how much of an adventure that was! Oh, and even after stuffing my switch wires down in the door panel AND bending the metal tabs for a better "fit", the panel still pops up when I close the door. Guess I'll be buying a new one, it's scratched up anyway...

[4play]

geeeze sounds like we all need to sell the old worn out marauders and buy some chev cameros!

[YankeeMarauder]

My Marauder was dropped off at FT Worth Gear and Azle for rear end noise @ 11:30 A.M. CST on Wednesday 10/6/2010. As of 10:30 A.M. CST on 10/11/2010 I still have no update on what, when or how much.

BEWARE!!!

[fastblackmerc]

geeeze sounds like we all need to sell the old worn out marauders and buy some chev cameros!

Never!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[BLACKMARAUDER04]

Well i just replaced the lower control arm bushings, front rotors and brakes, 1 stud that was broken and an oil change.

However, the car feels like the rear wheels are skating on ice.
Its very slippery and bouncy. I looked the car over while it was in the
air and everything looked all right back there. Any ideas?

[Pops]

Roll bar needs painting, Interior installed and back wondow installed. Tuesday night work session and all this needs to be done by the weekend!

[69428SCJ]

I missed this yesterday...but my car now has over 100,000 miles on it :(

[Big Black Beast]

Paint looks like it was driven through a meteor storm.
Hazy headlights.
Worn spot on steering wheel.
Runs rough after starting, maybe once a week.
Paid too much, and still paying...

[Blackened300a]

Well i just replaced the lower control arm bushings, front rotors and brakes, 1 stud that was broken and an oil change.

However, the car feels like the rear wheels are skating on ice.
Its very slippery and bouncy. I looked the car over while it was in the
air and everything looked all right back there. Any ideas?

Check your control arm bushings. They make look fine in the air but you would need to pull them off to see if they are ripped. Mine were ripped at 60k miles with a NA car. When I would take turns the body would move back and forth and just feel sloppy on turns.

[Mac-MerC]

geeeze sounds like we all need to sell the old worn out marauders and buy some Pontiac GXP G8's!!!!!

I agree 1,000,000%
i wish i could.... in due time... give me a couple years

[Pat]

Boo Hoo;:bigcry:

I carelessly laid a piece with a sticky side on the rear seat, and it rolled over and stuck to the seat material peeling spots off when I tried to remove it. :eek:

Phooie, just Phooie. Now what?:confused:

[musclemerc]

You should also check your sway bar bushins and end links for damage


Well i just replaced the lower control arm bushings, front rotors and brakes, 1 stud that was broken and an oil change.

However, the car feels like the rear wheels are skating on ice.
Its very slippery and bouncy. I looked the car over while it was in the
air and everything looked all right back there. Any ideas?

[youngrauderlvr]

hmmm...mine needs:
1. new plugs and boots
2. all new tint.
3. a couple fuses replaced.
4. FM radio doesnt work? IDK why
5. 2 spots touched up
6. buff n wax
7. right headlight cleared
8. need a spare wheel/tire

Check off #s1 and 7.....#2 will come off tomorrow, and hopefully #4.
Add #8. needs new fuel filter, and #9. needs new air filter.

[dmjarosz]

geeeze sounds like we all need to sell the old worn out marauders and buy some chev cameros!
I would but you can't put a blower on it for under $3.5k.

[DOOM]

its very slippery and bouncy.

thats what she said!

[bugsyc]

:lol:


I'll play
1) seepage from tail shaft seal-needs a new seal and bushing
2) car drives ok but needs a re-tune by a more competent tuner*****:confused:
3) drivers heated seat is inoperative-need the lower seat grid
4) both heated seat switches flash-needs new switches
3) could use some fresh paint, rock chips and scratches are starting to add up and the rear bumper has a small spider web cracks.

other than that car is great:burnout:
You have a Lidio tune..Who is more competent???

[fastblackmerc]

Boo Hoo;:bigcry:

I carelessly laid a piece with a sticky side on the rear seat, and it rolled over and stuck to the seat material peeling spots off when I tried to remove it. :eek:

Phooie, just Phooie. Now what?:confused:

I'd contact a local automotive upholstery shop to see what they can do.

[PonyUP]

Cruise control is disconnected, passenger side window is a real snail and got a slow leak in the passenger rear tire, all getting fixed right now and I'm going for a cruise tonight

[mercman1951]

Dogs nails scratched into the passenger side front door paint. Previous owner liked to scuff the bumpers on things. Idiots at work that like to open their doors carelessly. I can fix that stuff. Windows roll up like they are on molasses. Driver's side mirror seems 'shaky' compared to pass. side.

BUT ---- What is it with all this paint rubbing off the dark gray interior parts?

Around the cup-holders...under the clock...by the power door locks...it's like you look at it and the gray wears to black! Literally, I ran my fingernail under the clock and the paint came off. ERROR!

CHEAP...CHEEZY...UNACCEPTABLE!

Not to mention the rear end noise I've had since day one (for me)at 34,000 miles....currently at 42,000....that nobody wants to touch. Bad bearings..I know. Still makes me ill...Panther platform around since '79 and the have a batch of CHINA bearings go bad for the '03's....figures.

As far as I am concerned--it was almost the perfect car (needed another 100 HP), but that they rushed it into production, overpriced it, and then killed it. Ford was a few years too late...after the '96 Imp died. Glad I didn't pay near the $35,000 price tag I'd seen some go for when new.
Irritated that I'm stuck with a glorified Grand Marquis that nobody but the dealer will touch. Minus the farmed out China bearings, it would probably be fairly indestructible.

I Like the car, but I don't LOVE it. I feel like I am taking care of it for someone else to eventually own, while I drive it. Let's face it, this car was made to compete with the '96 Impala SS, and the Impala spanks it, so what is it that is wrong? They have similar weight, the Marauder has the gear advantage, similar HP....I don't get it. The Impala I had would **** and get, the Marauder feels like a dog comparatively speaking, and my Impala had 3:08 gears!

Of the 45 or so cars I've had that have come and gone in my short driving career, that means it's time has come....I don't mean to bag on you guys that are in love with this car - I wanted to be- but it's just not happening. That sudden boost of acceleration we get can be had buy a bunch of cars nowadays...I guess after waiting so long to fianlly get one, I'm disappointed and jaded. I should not have to drop another 5 large for a supercharger to make me happy. I'd rather buy a $3500 ex-cop car and do that, than spend 12 large for a 'rare' car and have to upgrade, but maybe that's just me...

[MOTOWN]

Dogs nails scratched into the passenger side front door paint. Previous owner liked to scuff the bumpers on things. Idiots at work that like to open their doors carelessly. I can fix that stuff. Windows roll up like they are on molasses.

BUT ---- What is with all this paint rubbing off the dark gray interior parts?

Around the cup-holders...under the clock...by the power door locks...it's like you look at it and the gray wears to black! Literally, I ran my fingernail under the clock and the paint came off. ERROR!

CHEAP...CHEEZY...UNACCEPTABLE!

Not to mention the rear end noise I've had since day one at 34,000 miles....currently at 42,000....that nobody wants to touch.

if you dont have 4:10s already now sounds like a winner!:lol:

[mercman1951]

But that is my point...I shouldn't have to go for 4:10's. It should have been that way from the start, and shops around here don't want to mess with it unless they are shops that deal with the 'Mustang crowd'. I'd do it myself, but I have the Merc project - this is my daily....or one of them I should say. The '88 Marquis is just fine...

[J-MAN]

But that is my point...I shouldn't have to go for 4:10's. It should have been that way from the start, and shops around here don't want to mess with it unless they are shops that deal with the 'Mustang crowd'. I'd do it myself, but I have the Merc project - this is my daily....or one of them I should say. The '88 Marquis is just fine...

It is what it is. If you let things go unattended, they pile up and you end up hating the vehicle. Sorry about your perception, just a tune makes a big difference in drive ability and satisfaction. Stop lamenting on what they should have done or get another vehicle. I guess I lucked out on my first Marauder, 142k when sold and few problems along the way. Best vehicle I have ever owned in near 50 years of driving.

Onward and upward!!!:D

[Kennyrauder]

I went to get a case of beer this past PM. Roll in great. hours later my dear friends at Timberland Ford had me back on the road. Brake interlock fuse blew. Could not get into reverse. 20 amp fuse popped. Manual override can be done. pink actuator under the console can be pushed down manually..Just keep that fuse handy. # 19 or 22. Kenny

[Kennyrauder]

Give the window a pounding around the frame . it just get' s stiff from lack of use. Mine was the same & the service manager came out & gave it a little bump around the edges ... all good now. No charge. I love timberland ford.

[RoyLPita]

I have 2 window switches that do not light up. For the price of each, they will stay unlit in the back.

[boatmangc]

I had my grill out, overtightened the nuts and rippled the grill.
GRRRR!

[TFB]

Ummm I gave mine a good going over and noticed the driver side window switch is dark on the up position, all the other buttons are OK... Also the adj pedal is inoperative but I need it fully lowered so I'd never adj it anyway, maybe one day... It also has a bit of the paint peel on the console and the lower part of the rear bumper has a scrape(came with the car), I have a buddy who paints so will get fixed eventually...

[Pops]

The transmission went on vacation!

[RacerX]

The transmission went on vacation!
Ouch! At least you had fun and got a good 1/4 time doing it! :beer:
Compass light no worky, a missing steering wheel button, couple lights out on window switches, two small dings in the car and trunk lid has slight case of measles. Otherwise, sweeeeeeeettt!

[tbone]

Dogs nails scratched into the passenger side front door paint. Previous owner liked to scuff the bumpers on things. Idiots at work that like to open their doors carelessly. I can fix that stuff. Windows roll up like they are on molasses. Driver's side mirror seems 'shaky' compared to pass. side.

BUT ---- What is it with all this paint rubbing off the dark gray interior parts?

Around the cup-holders...under the clock...by the power door locks...it's like you look at it and the gray wears to black! Literally, I ran my fingernail under the clock and the paint came off. ERROR!

CHEAP...CHEEZY...UNACCEPTABLE!

Not to mention the rear end noise I've had since day one (for me)at 34,000 miles....currently at 42,000....that nobody wants to touch. Bad bearings..I know. Still makes me ill...Panther platform around since '79 and the have a batch of CHINA bearings go bad for the '03's....figures.

As far as I am concerned--it was almost the perfect car (needed another 100 HP), but that they rushed it into production, overpriced it, and then killed it. Ford was a few years too late...after the '96 Imp died. Glad I didn't pay near the $35,000 price tag I'd seen some go for when new.
Irritated that I'm stuck with a glorified Grand Marquis that nobody but the dealer will touch. Minus the farmed out China bearings, it would probably be fairly indestructible.

I Like the car, but I don't LOVE it. I feel like I am taking care of it for someone else to eventually own, while I drive it. Let's face it, this car was made to compete with the '96 Impala SS, and the Impala spanks it, so what is it that is wrong? They have similar weight, the Marauder has the gear advantage, similar HP....I don't get it. The Impala I had would **** and get, the Marauder feels like a dog comparatively speaking, and my Impala had 3:08 gears!

Of the 45 or so cars I've had that have come and gone in my short driving career, that means it's time has come....I don't mean to bag on you guys that are in love with this car - I wanted to be- but it's just not happening. That sudden boost of acceleration we get can be had buy a bunch of cars nowadays...I guess after waiting so long to fianlly get one, I'm disappointed and jaded. I should not have to drop another 5 large for a supercharger to make me happy. I'd rather buy a $3500 ex-cop car and do that, than spend 12 large for a 'rare' car and have to upgrade, but maybe that's just me...

Next time, you may want to actually look at the car and drive it before you decide to buy it, and then come on here to rag about it.

[RoyLPita]

Temperature blend door actuator went south.

[Marauderman]

Temperature blend door actuator went south.

.......and for those of us not knowing what that is ..............its what?

[RoyLPita]

.......and for those of us not knowing what that is ..............its what?

That is the motor behind the center of the dash that controls the temperature. Mine broke when set at 80 degrees. The dash has to be removed to access this.

Also, the pinion seal is starting to sweat.

[joefireman18]

I'm having the same problem with the blend door. Just the other day after washing my sh-t at the fire house my door locks would not auto lock when put into gear. I also have the wacky wiper deal as well.:mad2:

I love my car but what a f:censor:g piece of f:censor:ing mother loving s:censor:t.........:D

[Marauderman]

That is the motor behind the center of the dash that controls the temperature. Mine broke when set at 80 degrees. The dash has to be removed to access this.

Also, the pinion seal is starting to sweat.

Thanks Brian for informing us who don't know---but if you can't hear it work I suppose you know it is not working when the temp you want does not arrive eventually---that about right?

[merkathomas]

Got my roof repainted for the second time still look like hammered damnit....the "marauder" on the back bumper looks like it was finger painted

[patt7]

- Tail lights work sometimes.
- power door lock on driver side not working.
- air bag light is on.
- odometer is slow.
Still love my MM. and it's paid for Woohoo!

[Egon Spengler]

Still love my MM. and it's paid for Woohoo!
What does that mean?!?! LOL

[tbone]

My wife is driving it.:depress:

[tbone]

Drove back from Peoria today. Cars come up fast, take a long slow look before they finally realize I'm not a cop and pass. I have the GPS on the dash and the fuzzbuster cord hanging down from the top of the window. Confuses/scares the **** out of people.

I love it.

[SC Cheesehead]

Replaced my Bob White decal inserts with SS inserts.

[twin03]

I have a bad leak from the adapter plate. I will be busy this weekend.

[Sinister]

1) Leaking oil around filter
2) Throwing emissions code and inspection is overdue
3) Radio display is dead, but the radio started working again after a couple of years of CD only. I used to be able to see what station it was on by punching the dash, this method is no longer effective.
4) Transmission shutters with stock tune.

Those are just the ones off the top of my head, this car has been endless problems (compared to all of my previous vehicles including my '95 ford truck with more miles and nothing but fluid changes and brakes).

[duhtroll]

Can I play too?

I have two paint flaws, one on the edge near the hood where some grease monkey dropped a tool on her years ago, but I didn't notice it until later and couldn't "prove" he did it. The other is a gouge in the paint where a garage door pulley flew off and dug into it.

My center console still squeaks every time I go over a bump, but once I get the clips put on I am hoping this goes away.

My Infinity Basslink sub is loose - needs the bolts tightened, but since the gas tank is so close to the rear shelf where it is installed, and I am not crawling under to do this myself, I will have to find someone more competent than I to do it.

My power steering pump is leaking and every time I make an appointment to get it replaced, it snows or we have an ice storm. I have summer only tires and will not drive the car on snow.

Due to crappy recoating at a nationally known wheel place, my rear rims clear coat is peeling off. I will get them refinished sometime, but I think I might powder coat all 4 rims black, that textured black paint. Yeah I know people here don't like it, but I do. I think I might do the window trim at the same time.

I recently replaced the coils and the bucking problem (at 2000+ RPMs) has not returned but I have only driven it about 40 minutes since then back in November, due to weather, so that could still be an issue too.

Other than the paint, if I get these few things taken care of my car will be in near perfect condition at 95K miles.

[Ozark Marauder]

Headlights are progressively going wacky.....on and off.....assume it is the LCM...have it checked out when I get back home from texas......

[Blackened300a]

I recently replaced the coils and the bucking problem (at 2000+ RPMs) has not returned but I have only driven it about 40 minutes since then back in November, due to weather, so that could still be an issue too.

Glad to hear that it took care of the problem. Im 99% certain that was your issue and your problem is solved.

[RoyLPita]

For the many times that the cage under my trunk pan was accessed to replace certain evaporative emissions parts, I have to reweld the front cage mount.

[tbone]

Found 5 scratches in the hood where someone apparently keyed it. Looks like they will buff out, but DAMMIT!

[RoyLPita]

Weighing either pinion seal replacement on the 3.55 rear end or install 4.10 rear end.

[Fosters]

Had some evap code when I parked it; wasn't the gas cap, it's one of the hoses in that tray thing under the trunk I think. Other than that, it doesn't cause enough global warming to melt the snow so I can drive it again :(

[fastblackmerc]

Weighing either pinion seal replacement on the 3.55 rear end or install 4.10 rear end.

4.10's..............

[Horsepower]

Had a bad water pump and oil gasket. Had all the work done and now I got my baby back. :banana2:

[tomd]

I have 60,000 miles
Adjustable pedals won't move
A/C I don’t believe works anymore
Left side rear power door lock works when it wants to

Just did the
Brakes
Transmission fluid replaced
3rd set of tires put on.

Things replaced in the last 6 years
2 master window switches
Broken Radio
Did I mention tires?

Am sure I missed some stuff.

[MinnesotaMuscle]

Man where to begin...

-Foot pedals no longer adjust - broken plastic gear.
-Thought I felt tranny slip, needs new fluid.
-EATC o-rings gone, defrost vent only.
-Fan motor now stuck on high, and won't shut off unless you pull fuse,BCM bad AGAIN I think...
-Driver's side mirror starting to act up, not adjusting properly.
-Airbag light came on this winter, who know why at this point...
-Suspension light came on month after replacing compressor, unsure why or if related to new compressor which seams to be working fine.
-Radio reception is horrible with defrost on, broken defrost stips in rear window.
-Passenger fog light socket all corroded and shorts out bulb,needs to be replaced.
-Tachometer doesn't work all the time drops to zero at idle and bounces to life from time to time while driving, who knows why.
-Driver's door creaking, unable to find proper spot to lube to make it go away.
-Driver's seat belt sluggish when retracting.
-Hole in driver's seat from seat frame wearing through.
-Interior grey paint rubbing off in some areas.
-Driver's window buttons have lost their lights.
-Driver headlight cloudy.
-Caught a rock in the windshield this week which cracked it, calling insurance tomorrow.
-Oww and lets not forget the rear wheel bearing seal that's gone out covering the inside of the wheel with grease...


I've already replaced the BCM once, three sets of front tires before carfixer's specs cured the tire wear and replaced the compressor... I'm having difficulty keeping up with this vehicle....

[Vortex]

Have to say mine's doing fine right now.

[william s]

Radio bad again. This will be then third one.

[guspech750]

Need to get the winter wheels off soon. Very soon. http://184.72.239.143/mu/a6898efd-5d78-1915.jpg

Sent from my iPhone
Go White Sox!!!

[Mac-MerC]

Again the damn defrost is messing up... when on defrost it blows out the floor vents
getting it looked at on thursday, headlights also

[MOTOWN]

i looked under the hood this morning, and still no s/c!:mad2:so much for osmosis....lol;)

[Horsepower]

JLT CAI keeps throwing a code. I've reinstalled and still get a code.:(
Other then that she's a real peach. :rolleyes:

[wx4caster]

OEM (BFG) rear shoes wearing in center and only have 14K miles on them.

[fastblackmerc]

OEM (BFG) rear shoes wearing in center and only have 14K miles on them.

BFG suck. Many other / better tires out there.

[RoyLPita]

Adjustable pedals or broke (again). Gonna have to change back to stock pullies.

[fastblackmerc]

Adjustable pedals or broke (again). Gonna have to change back to stock pullies.

Why the change back?

[RoyLPita]

Adjustable pedals or broke (again). Gonna have to change back to stock pullies.


Why the change back?

The rubber in the dampner is coming apart. I wish it was for a future s/c.

[TAKEDOWN]

Gas prices over here are killin' me!

[fastblackmerc]

Failed N.C. state inspection for no Hi beam on right side. The HI beam filament on the 9007-4 HID bulb is out. Gotta get a new one. IMO... Not bad for 3 years of use.

[CBT]

Gas prices over here are killin' me!
You got blown right around the time the price shot up.

[TAKEDOWN]

^^^ Yeah, talk about a win v. lose situation! ^^^

[dj_pizm]

Battery went dead. Called roadside asst for a jump and got a new one $114 but they gave me $60 for the old battery

[wx4caster]

Decking behind rear seat vibrates from subwoofer --- thought I had "fixed" it once before. Sounds like a blown speaker but it isn't.

[stryker]

well marauderers my BP74i still have many defects which need to repair before they start to cause problems so here are the SH#@ list.

1- front link kit
2-rear link kit
3-check engine and airbag indicators on all time
4-front & rear shocks
5-rear coil springs rusted
6-all 4 tires
7-front & rear swaybar bushings
8-spark plugs
9-engine dirty
10-underPanther dirty
11-rear passenger side power window don't work
12-top of dash has a little cracks

[stryker]

Well while BP74i was serviced the mechanic found one of the wheel studs broken in the rear passenger side wheel but it was replaced for a new one.

[knine]

Nothing :D

[TROY09]

REAR PINION SEAL LEAKING , LR AXLE SEAL LEAKING , VOLTAGE GAGE LIGHT OUT.:bigcry: WILL BE FIXING LEAKS THIS WEEK.

[Mac-MerC]

Rock hit windshield...... bullshid
http://i829.photobucket.com/albums/zz212/Mac-Merc/IMAG0039.jpg

[stryker]

:eek: Front upper and lower control arm bushings of BP74i the rubber part are worn and cracked.

[boatmangc]

Nobody has driven it in 2 weeks

[Ms. Denmark]

Absolutely nothing!!!!!!!!:cool:

[tbone]

Rock hit windshield...... bullshid
http://i829.photobucket.com/albums/zz212/Mac-Merc/IMAG0039.jpg

I was happy when mine got hit. Brand new glass and rubber. Free too!

[napolitano]

Not enough room for all the strippers i bring home on the weekends.

[ctrlraven]

Speedo gauge needle keeps sticking.


Edit: Speedo needle no longer sticks.

[pantheroc]

I have a FRIGGIN mouse in the interior somewhere!!! :mad2::uzi:

[Haggis]

I have a FRIGGIN mouse in the interior somewhere!!! :mad2::uzi:

Let Spooky get it.

[knine]

I have a FRIGGIN mouse in the interior somewhere!!! :mad2::uzi:
My mouse removal formula...IT WORKS !!! :
Put a mouse trap on the drivers floorboard baited with peanut butter. Fire up the car, turn floor heat on and circulate scrumptious odor. Let car run for about 10 minutes to get the odor throughout, including trunk area. Return one hour later and retreive carcass.

[stryker]

My Panther shut off while I was driving, strange and confusing too :confused: ??????

[tbone]

Loose ground. Check your battery.

[fastblackmerc]

My mouse removal formula...IT WORKS !!! :
Put a mouse trap on the drivers floorboard baited with peanut butter. Fire up the car, turn floor heat on and circulate scrumptious odor. Let car run for about 10 minutes to get the odor throughout, including trunk area. Return one hour later and retreive carcass.

If you put dryer sheets in the car it's supposed to keep critters away.

[Ozark Marauder]

taking a little road trip yesterday, and when passing a couple of cars on the two lane blacktop, started missing at high RPM's...............

[SID210SA]

Nada....zip....nothing.....I am glad to report.....

[Jesse]

The paint just keeps on peeling :(

[cougar9150]

Still not supercharged. Hate being quick but not fast.

[Pat]

My drivers door electric lock has failed. The door locks and unlocks manually or with a key but not with the FOB or inside switch. All other doors OK.

Could be a bad switch contact or a solenoid.

[Gre8one7]

badgeless grill seems to be warping

[jmgnpd]

Just had the car painted, new windshield, and tires about 8 months ago so no problems on the outside. I just replaced the alternator and idler. So I guess they don't make the list now.

1. I have a new drivers side lock actuator and window regulator ready to go in.
2. Some type of noise from the driver side rear brake. Mechanic told me that it's coming from the parking brake assembly that I probably damage when I had to beat the crap out of the rear rotors to change them last year.
3. The worst problem is that I have no radio reception. None. Push the scan button and it just searches and searches and searches. It won't even pick up my satellite radio from the whole two feet away.
4. The power mirror button sometimes doesn't work.
5. Passenger side rear window switch only works some of the time.
6. The auto dimming mirror occaisionally needs a tap to work.

BTW any suggestions on that radio problem would be appreciated.

[fastblackmerc]

Just had the car painted, new windshield, and tires about 8 months ago so no problems on the outside. I just replaced the alternator and idler. So I guess they don't make the list now.

1. I have a new drivers side lock actuator and window regulator ready to go in.
2. Some type of noise from the driver side rear brake. Mechanic told me that it's coming from the parking brake assembly that I probably damage when I had to beat the crap out of the rear rotors to change them last year.
3. The worst problem is that I have no radio reception. None. Push the scan button and it just searches and searches and searches. It won't even pick up my satellite radio from the whole two feet away.
4. The power mirror button sometimes doesn't work.
5. Passenger side rear window switch only works some of the time.
6. The auto dimming mirror occaisionally needs a tap to work.

BTW any suggestions on that radio problem would be appreciated.

Get the OEM radio repaired, swap it for a Ford escape radio or go aftermarket.

[fastblackmerc]

My drivers door electric lock has failed. The door locks and unlocks manually or with a key but not with the FOB or inside switch. All other doors OK.

Could be a bad switch contact or a solenoid.

Sounds like the lock solenoid is bad or disconnected.

[stryker]

By second time the Panther turns off while driving Hmmmmm ! strange I think I have to tell to my mechanic to scan again the panther in search of malfunctions.

[LeoVampire]

She is still up on jack stands and the brakes are off of her!

I guess she will be done in time for the 7 days of rain we are suppose to get starting this weekend. :shake:

[Blackened300a]

She is still up on jack stands and the brakes are off of her!

I guess she will be done in time for the 7 days of rain we are suppose to get starting this weekend. :shake:

Lets get all the rain out of the way so we have a chance in Carlisle!

[J-MAN]

lets get all the rain out of the way so we have a chance in carlisle!

+100000000

[stryker]

Right now I'm heading to UPS station to pick up the transmission pan I buy to Dennis reinhart, check my thread for more info and pics. :burnout:

[Steve]

Check Engine Light (Random Misfires, whatever the hell that means.)
Air ride is busted. Ass end is on the ground, and bounces over every bump.

[stryker]

Right now I'm heading to UPS station to pick up the transmission pan I buy to Dennis reinhart, check my thread for more info and pics. :burnout: Sorry mangs I was confused and think that this was the thread " What Did to your car today" :alone:

[stryker]

Well mangs it appears that I have to take my Panther to the mechanic now, while i was driving the BP74i I start to hear a annoiyng noise that came from the front like squeaking I think that the front links cannot hold more and are about to colapse (broke) time to repair the front suspension.

[stryker]

:confused: Well Marauderers, it seems that the hidden malfuntions declare war to me but they are F:censor:D and lost this time the ABS light sometimes comes on and others don't, and the rear passenger side piece that holds the rubber tail hanger it broke well it is a plastic part so i will go to the " LAND OF THE SHADOW AND DEATH OF THE PANTHERS" ( THE JUNK YARD) there's many donors where i can find that part, about the ABS light I have a strong suspect that the front ABS sensors are severely damaged but is not a problem I ordered and monday will be in store, follow this and more in my thread dedicated to BP74i " Interceptor of interceptors and crap garbage scrap sport compacts " :banana2: :burnout:

[Mebot]

Big old crack in my windshield. Yep.

[Blackened300a]

Exhaust resonation at 60-65mph. I can drive 55mph or 75 mph and its quiet, 60-65mph is the engines RPM sweet spot and its annoying.

Nothing like crusing and hearing..... BBRRRRRRRrrrrrrrrrrrrrrRRRRRRR RRRRrrrrrrrrrrrRRRRRRRRR Drives me nuts.

[Ozark Marauder]

WOT, starts missing at high rpms above 4000..........WTF

[CBT]

WOT, starts missing at high rpms above 4000..........WTF
You're either starved for fuel or starved for spark. Changed that fuel filter lately?

[Ozark Marauder]

changed fuel filter 10,000 miles ago, still has original plugs and wires, Can they diagnose that on the computer?

[Blackened300a]

changed fuel filter 10,000 miles ago, still has original plugs and wires, Can they diagnose that on the computer?

No ignition wires on a Marauder engine. Probably a coil breaking up under a load. Most of the time you wont get a code with it.

[stryker]

Today the driver door powerwindow stop working. :mad2:

[ctrlraven]

Taurus won't start after sct tune is loaded. Return to stock and car is normal.

[Blackened300a]

Today the driver door powerwindow stop working. :mad2:

Slam the door a few times.

[Egon Spengler]

Slam the door a few times.
Could be just the switch. I had troubles with my switches. I cleaned up the connections within the switch and hadn't had a problem since... right up until I traded her in... :bigcry:

[xopher]

Wipers stopped working during a rainstorm and the driver's wiper stopped all the way over the driver's mirror. My Marauder is in the shop for unrelated body work, but as soon as I get it back, I'll have to get at the wiper linkage and motor and find out what the heck happened in there.

Any advice/links for wiper linkage/motor diagnostics?

[Blackened300a]

Wipers stopped working during a rainstorm and the driver's wiper stopped all the way over the driver's mirror. My Marauder is in the shop for unrelated body work, but as soon as I get it back, I'll have to get at the wiper linkage and motor and find out what the heck happened in there.

Any advice/links for wiper linkage/motor diagnostics?

Look under "Wacky wiper syndrome" There is a flap underneth the wiper motor which is supposed to drain out water and debris. When it gets clogged, the wiper motor control module which is located in the motor itself gets wet and starts making the wipers have a mind of their own or just stop.
Clean out the area and let the motor dry out then try it. If it don't work then replace the entire unit.

[xopher]

Look under "Wacky wiper syndrome" There is a flap underneth the wiper motor which is supposed to drain out water and debris. When it gets clogged, the wiper motor control module which is located in the motor itself gets wet and starts making the wipers have a mind of their own or just stop.
Clean out the area and let the motor dry out then try it. If it don't work then replace the entire unit.

Thanks for the tip. I am certainly going to check for that while I'm in there. My biggest concern is that the driver's wiper left the windshield during the rainstorm and was hanging over my driver's side mirror and then stopped responding all together. When the wipers were in the on position, I could hear the wiper motors, but the wipers were limp and lifeless. I'm hoping it's something I can do for no parts and little labor.

[Blackened300a]

Thanks for the tip. I am certainly going to check for that while I'm in there. My biggest concern is that the driver's wiper left the windshield during the rainstorm and was hanging over my driver's side mirror and then stopped responding all together. When the wipers were in the on position, I could hear the wiper motors, but the wipers were limp and lifeless. I'm hoping it's something I can do for no parts and little labor.

The wiper arms have teeth and a key way. If they were removed and the keyway was lost, its possible you stripped the arm over time. Or the linkage from the motor to turn the arms is stripped.
Unless something came undone, I think you may have to invest a little cash.

[Mac-MerC]

Seems like all the windows go up and down slow..... especially the front ones.
and also when i press the drivers window switch to make it go up the door speaker goes out.... wth, when i release the button it comes back on

[xopher]

My wiper issue was luckily a no-part, minimal labor fix. The only cost was the last of a case of PBR while Fairlane347 and I took it all apart and put it back together. The wipers arms and the gears on the wiper arm post were in good shape. The wiper motor was moving fine. The problem was a linkage arm connecting the wiper motor and the wipers. It had popped off on both sides and was sitting upside down. It popped back on with some muscle and seems to be holding for now. While I was in there, I picked out a heaping handful of soil and leaves in the catch. I could have grown a plant in there!

Now that my wipers are working (for now), the next fault emerged on my car. When cruising on the freeway at ~75mph with the overdrive engaged, my transmission kept unexpectedly downshifting into 3rd gear. This time, I wont be able to pop a cover open and snap things back together. :( Time to transmission shop!

[Jesse]

My EATC "O" rings and the front end squeaking. Its getting annoying. Also I still haven't fixed the hood squeak because the local ford dealership claims they can't get the little rubber things.

[Ozark Marauder]

No ignition wires on a Marauder engine. Probably a coil breaking up under a load. Most of the time you wont get a code with it.

noticed on the warranty claim printout that in 2004, customer reported engine light and missing.

Replaced #2 and # 5 C.O.P. and spark plugs, and performed WDS test pinpoint ignition test.

What's a WDS test?

[Blackened300a]

noticed on the warranty claim printout that in 2004, customer reported engine light and missing.

Replaced #2 and # 5 C.O.P. and spark plugs, and performed WDS test pinpoint ignition test.

What's a WDS test?

World Diagnostic System test. It tests the COPS and all sensors to make sure its working properly.
Chances are you have a coil going bad under load and thats your miss at 4K RPM. Your local Ford dealer can test the coils for you for $100.

[Ozark Marauder]

Thanks for the info.......

[underthehood]

why cant i find the coils!! where are they? thought they would be near the headers

[Blackened300a]

why cant i find the coils!! where are they? thought they would be near the headers

Look at the your cam covers (valve covers) you'll see 2 raised covers held in by 2 10MM bolts. The coils are under there hence why they are called "Coil covers". :D

[stryker]

:shake: Well Mangs the oil pressure indicator in the cluster becomes defective or damaged, when I start the BP74i the needle don't come up I visit my mechanic he found it is the oil pressure swich which becomes damaged so I buy a new one for install.

[Timw286]

Vinyl on console is cracked, tint scratched and torn in numerous places and headlights cloudy..still looks good though.

[MAROGER]

I cant believe what a bad week its been,,, Spitting out a spark plug,,, then a lady opens her door into mine and chips my door!! Installed new (rebuilt and overpriced) eatc,,, air moves thru all the vents "WIN" but now compressor not going on,, at least before I had cool air,, now just hot air in my face!! "FAIL" I ran the self diagnostic 888 so no problems there,, Car is running on only 7 cylinders and running rough,, the spark plug issue is being taken care of on Sat.
Any clue why my compressor is not going on?

Thanks, Roger

[Baconbit]

Well I have been smelling antifreeze for a few days and couldn't find it...drove today to Cincinnati to my sister's house and went outside to the car after I arrived and found a pool of it under the car...needless to say I found that the crossover tube o-ring is leaking on the left side so I guess I will try to find a Cincinnati dealer to see if they have the o-rings...ITS ALWAYS SOMETHING!!!

[kirk]

Broken motor mount, on my '63. Should have a new one tomorrow.

[kirk]

Broken motor mount, on my '63. Should have a new one tomorrow.

Crap. Wrong mount (not my fault). Try again.

[stryker]

There's an increase in the times turning off the Panther while i'm driving it and the ABS light turning on.